Serving 265 students in grades 6-8, Harrison Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison Middle serves the southwest part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 35.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison Middle School's student population of 265 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings
Harrison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harrison Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#693 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
6%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Middle School's ranking?
Harrison Middle School is ranked #693 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Harrison Middle School?
265 students attend Harrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Harrison Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison Middle School?
Harrison Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison Middle School offer ?
Harrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Middle School part of?
Harrison Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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